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Glossary Arahant – Someone who has attained enlightenment (or no longer has defilement). This person is free from greed, delusion, ignorance and such things as that. Baap – The bad stuff that’s floa

…dfulness. 'Deva' represents divine beings, symbolizing guidance and support in the practice of good spirituality. This glossary serves as a resource for those seeking to understand the terminology of spirit…

…ersonifies the Tempter, the Destroyer, the pull to externalities, the decline and death of our pure spiritual life. Mara distracts us by pulling us to the outside: by making "stuff" so beautiful that we hav…

This text introduces key terms within the realm of Dhammakaya Meditation, focusing on figures like Luang Pu Sodh Wat PakNam and the roles of MaeChi and Upasikas. It delves into Mara as a symbol of tem

Suzanne Jeffrey is a teacher, writer, and lecturer for Dhammakaya Meditation. Having taught and counseled in international schools for the past twenty-five years, she now lives in New York. She contin

…years teaching and counseling in international schools. Now residing in New York, she continues her spiritual journey by traveling to Bangkok to study with her teacher, Luang Por Dattajeevo. Her expertise i…

Contents Foreword: Phra Mongkhisompun, Discoverer of Dhammakaya Meditation Foreword: Phraratchaphalavison, President of the Dhammakaya Foundation 1. INTRODUCTION Quality of mind: mankind’s most pr

…ves as a hub for training and promoting meditation practices worldwide, aiming to elevate the human spirit and create a more harmonious society. For more information, visit dmc.tv.

University Buddhist Club Realizing the need for students to have sufficient moral knowledge to match their academic knowledge, the Dhammakaya Foundation has encouraged students to organize their own

…b by providing resources and facilities, enabling students to organize activities that foster their spiritual growth and community engagement on campus. Through these initiatives, the club promotes a holist…

Ladies Dhammayada Training Since 1986, the Dhammayada Training has extended to female school children and university students. The courses are of 1-2 month duration during the university summer vacat

…ate austere practices comparable to those in the gentlemen's program, fostering personal growth and spiritual development. Encourage women to embrace these teachings and promote awareness of lifelong learni…

…he very fabric of society has been torn apart. When such conditions prevail, creating peace through spiritual practice is often the last thought on the minds of the victims. Where survival is the first prio…

The Dhammakaya Foundation actively contributes to humanitarian efforts, especially during natural disasters and political unrest. Focused on alleviating suffering, the foundation provides essential do

… as forest conservation, waste management, environmental protection, cleanliness and hygiene. As a spiritual organization, the Dhammakaya Foundation has focused to draw the attention of people all over the…

Each year, the Dhammakaya Foundation organizes Earth Day activities like tree planting and training in forest conservation, waste management, and cleanliness. Emphasizing moral and ethical education,

Visakha Puja Day: Day of Gratitude for the World On the day of the Lord Buddha's birth, enlightenment and entered nirvana, every year all Buddhists of the world gather to take fresh encouragement by

…r virtuous activities to the memory of their late parents and ancestors. This festival embodies the spirit of gratitude and aims to bring peace and happiness to the world. The Dhammakaya Foundation Headquar…

Kathina Day Kathina Day marks the end of Buddhist lent. It is the only festival in the Buddhist calendar when monks can be offered new triple robes. It is thus the most popular time for supporters to

…nity to engage in merit-making and support the monastic community. It instills a sense of unity and spiritual growth among participants, reinforcing Buddhist teachings and practices. Visit dmc.tv for more i…

Father's Day and Massed Male Meditation Retreat This ordination programme held for the first time in 1998 was a wildly phenomenon. It was the first time that about 100,000 men astonished the world by

…resonated with the participants but also drew global attention, becoming a significant cultural and spiritual phenomenon.

T HE FUTURE There is still a long way to in the promotion of social harmony and everlasting peace in the world because the scale of the task is enormous and there is no previous perfect example which

…nd national boundaries, urging global citizens to work together towards a common goal of mental and spiritual well-being. As we enter the new millennium, collaboration across cultures, faiths, and nationali…

…who choose to be ordained may understand all that it entails. It also prepares the individual, both spiritually and physically, so that he may one day become a person worthy of being at one with the Dhamma.…

…igned to aid in the training of monks and novices, focusing on the importance of ordination and the spiritual preparation necessary for a life devoted to Dhamma. It serves as an introduction to the responsi…

the Raja inquired why a person might ordain, the response he was given, was as follows. When confronted with one or all of the following four circumstances, a person usually seeks refuge in the monkho

…many have ordained even without faith in Buddhism, emphasizing the complexity of personal choice in spiritual journeys. This creates a curious consideration in understanding the diversity of motives behind …

“I wanted to leave these worries and suffering behind, which are…” 1. Worrying about choosing the clothes that would go with my look and my hairstyle. 2. Worrying about deciding what accessories to w

…ing meditation can help transcend the burdens of material concerns, leading to deeper emotional and spiritual well-being. For more insights, visit dmc.tv.

There are numerous stories of those who had enough faith to push them to be ordained since the time of the Buddha. In each and every story, there are many lessons that can be learned, one common theme

…ified in Rahula's novice ordination. These narratives offer valuable lessons about striving towards spiritual goals.

Three Refuges" Ever since then, Taking Refuge has remained the standard by which all novices are ordained, even to this day. The process of ordaining novices according to "Taking Refuge" entails the

…g, and Monastic Order. This practice remains a vital aspect of Buddhist ordination, reflecting deep spiritual dedication and community connection. More can be found at dmc.tv.

7. Abstaining from singing and dancing and other activities that may lead you to temptation 8. Abstaining from immodest dressing and appearance 9. Abstaining from indolent sleeping habits 10. Abstaini

…g these precepts can lead to the loss of novicehood, thus underscoring their importance in a monk's spiritual journey. For more information, visit dmc.tv.

What then is the difference between a monk, and a regular beggar on the street? Monks also depend on alms gathering, and although this same word is used for beggars, the act in itself, is entirely dif

… it often signifies desperation. Monks accept offerings gracefully and focus on meditation to offer spiritual return to almsgivers. Lord Buddha emphasized the importance of meditation for monks, allowing th…

monks as an expression of their gratitude. This tradition is carried on even to this present day. The seeking of Alms is the way in which all monks acquire all of the things that they require to live

… continues to this day, reflecting gratitude and communal support. The ritual serves as a means for spiritual teachings, making it significant in Buddhist culture, as it fosters opportunities for learning a…